Injuries have plagued the 2017 season thus far. From season ending injuries to game day decisions. In some cases, injuries should scare us away from starting related players (Vikings WR/TE without Bradford). In other spots, we can learn a lot about NFL team’s true backup plans. In Week 2, interesting data presented itself via snap counts.

Strong was waived on Monday, the same day Will Fuller finally returned to practice. Houston won’t focus on the passing game until Deshaun Watson is more comfortable, but when they do, Fuller will certainly be a part of the plan. Add Fuller now, before your league mates have the chance.

The Bengals offense has been inept in 2017. New OC Bill Lazor will bring a much simpler approach, allowing pre-snap movement to catch defenses off balance rather than running complex plays from multiple formations. The Bengals can’t get worse, so how do we, as fantasy players, react? I say, heavy BUY on Mixon. He hasn’t played much, or well, but no one has played well. He is a better player than Hill and I expect him to become a workhorse as soon as week 3.

Ervin’s role as the change of pace should remain static and Foreman stands to gain more playing time as the season progresses. Bad news for Miller owners. Even though Miller was on the field almost 3 times as much, Foreman had more than half as many touches (12:21)

With Jordy Nelson leaving this game early and Cobb unable to finish the 4th quarter, it was Allison the Packers turned to. Davis and Janis seemed like logical replacements, but it was not the case. Allison did not look particularly good, but the opportunity he was given cannot be ignored. Nelson could be prone to injury and any fantasy team looks better with an Aaron Rodgers target on it.

Although these players play different positions, I view them as the main beneficiaries following the Greg Olsen injury. Cam Newton doesn’t look right this season, but someone will need to catch his passes.

It is finally happening. Murray had hamstring tightness during this game and Henry took full advantage. Henry looks like the superior player and should begin to assume the bulk of the carries regardless of Murray’s health.

Coleman’s injury has opened the door for 2016 draft pick, Higgins, to shine. Higgins is extremely talented and does not lack for confidence. He did not play much as a rookie but bulked up the off season. He was released then re-signed to the practice squad earlier this season. Now he appears to be an integral part of the Brown’s offense. He is a must add.

Eddie Lacy was a healthy scratch this week. Rawls is dreadfully injury prone. Prosise is a mid-range pass catching back. Carson is in place to seize a workhorse role in Seattle. We have seen this situation play out before though, so proceed with caution. Selling Carson now may be a wise position in re-draft leagues.